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International Issues

FOREIGN AFFAIRS: ASSETS, WILLS AND BENEFICIARIES

The contents of this page is general information only and should not be considered to be legal advice. It does not take into account the many variations in the laws between the various Australian States. You should obtain your own legal advice applicable to your own personal situation.

Introduction

In nearly all cases, the distribution of a deceased’s estate is quite straightforward.

However, matters can become complicated if foreign law applies to one or more aspects of the Estate e.g. if assets are situated overseas, or if a Will was made by the deceased in a foreign country. With more people relocating away from their country of birth, these problems are becoming more common.

This is a guide only. If you are uncertain as to what to do, or if you have any questions, you should contact CWPL for advice.